Ronan O’Gara: It’s one thing forcing passes in the URC but at Eden Park…

The ball is king in New Zealand, says the La Rochelle head coach
Ronan O’Gara: It’s one thing forcing passes in the URC but at Eden Park…

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN: New Zealand's Sevu Reece runs from the defence to score a try during the rugby international between the All Blacks and Ireland at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand, Saturday, July 2, 2022. (Andrew Cornaga/Photosport via AP)

Respecting the ball better is the key improvement Ireland must make ahead of the second test with New Zealand, says Ronan O’Gara.

Ireland conceded six tries amid a host of turnovers in a 42-19 first test defeat by the All Blacks this morning.

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